DEKKINGA, RICHARD JAY Kentwood Richard Jay Dekkinga, age 72, of Kentwood went to be with the Lord on Monday, April 2, 2012. He was preceded in death by his brother, Joe Dekkinga. He will be lovingly remembered by his children, Cindy and Doug Carlon, Richard Dekkinga, Jr., Connie Huizenga, Tim and Jennifer Dekkinga; eight grandchildren; sister, Hermina and Bob Potter. The family would like to thank Doreen Dekkinga for her special care and giving to our dad during his illness. Funeral services will be held 10:00 am Friday at St. John Lutheran Church, 9628 48th Ave., Jenison, with Rev. James Metcalf officiating. Interment Fort Custer National Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Thursday from 6-9 pm at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home, (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Drive. Memorial contributions may be made to Faith Hospice. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com.